Job description
SNC-Lavalin is one of the world’s leading professional services and project management organisations since 1911 with over 30,000 employees worldwide. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to design, deliver and operate the most complex projects across the world. We are committed to having a diverse, flexible, and inclusive team that drives and shapes our business and we are proud to create opportunities for enthusiastic individuals looking to build their careers in Australia and globally.
Our Ethos
In Australia, we are a team of 120 talented individuals with a 5-year growth strategy. We are leveraging our global partners to solidify our brand in the industry and we’re looking for agile engineers to help lead these growth plans.
We provide a flexible hybrid working environment that will you to succeed whether that be from the office or from home across all of our teams.
Role Summary
SNC-Lavalin are looking to bring on an established, delivery focused Lead Engineer to lead our local HV Transmission works for Renewable projects within our multi-disciplinary Sydney office.
We’re looking for a knowledgeable Lead Engineer with experience developing efficient and reliable designs and delivering projects. Ideally, someone who is interested in stepping up and leading a portfolio across HV Transmission, new build, TNSP Panel works, and substation installations.
Key accountabilities will include:
Leading the HV Transmission team for SNC-Lavalin in Australia.
Creating global networks within the SNC-Lavalin HV Transmission Market.
Providing expertise in the conceptual design for transmission line and substation projects, as well as reviewing and analysing project scopes and technical studies
Expertise in preparing and delivering a full scope of work for HV transmission line, new build, TNSP Panel works, synchronous condensers and substation installations
Ability to provide assistance to more junior engineers including the review of documentation, mentoring and mark-ups
Coordinating design activities with other multi-discipline project teams both internally and externally
Application of Australian design standards and transmission line requirements in accordance with the client requirements and SNC-Lavalin’s Quality Management Systems
What will you contribute?
A degree in Electrical or Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
Extensive experience in the design of transmission and distribution lines
Prior experience managing a project team is ideal but not essential
Knowledge of HV Transmission design software is essential
Strong technical skills and experience
Ability to demonstrate initiative, team spirit and independence
Commercially minded, can understand the business needs and drivers of both SNC-Lavalin and your clients
Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken), French as a second language would be an asset
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply for this exciting and rewarding opportunity today!
“We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.”